What is the cheapest way to get from Forres to Ellon?

The cheapest way to get from Forres to Ellon is to bus which costs £12 - £17 and takes 3h 16m.

What is the fastest way to get from Forres to Ellon?

The fastest way to get from Forres to Ellon is to drive which takes 1h 29m and costs £17 - £26.

Is there a direct bus between Forres and Ellon?

No, there is no direct bus from Forres to Ellon. However, there are services departing from Forres and arriving at Market Street via Erroll Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 16m.

How far is it from Forres to Ellon?

The distance between Forres and Ellon is 85 miles. The road distance is 71.6 miles.

How do I travel from Forres to Ellon without a car?

The best way to get from Forres to Ellon without a car is to train and bus which takes 3h and costs .

How long does it take to get from Forres to Ellon?

It takes approximately 3h to get from Forres to Ellon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Forres to Ellon bus from?

Forres to Ellon bus services, operated by Ember, depart from Forres station.

Where does the Forres to Ellon bus arrive?

Forres to Ellon bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at Aberdeen Pittodrie station.

Can I drive from Forres to Ellon?

Yes, the driving distance between Forres to Ellon is 72 miles. It takes approximately 1h 29m to drive from Forres to Ellon.

Where can I stay near Ellon?

There are 560+ hotels available in Ellon.

Forres to Ellon - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Forres to Ellon by train, bus, or car

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Forres to Inverurietrain Inverness - Aberdeen / ...
2. Take the bus from Town Hall to Hillhead Roadbus 49
3h
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Forres to Aberdeen Pittodriebus Ember
3h 16m
£12–16
Drive 71.2 mi
1. Drive from Forres to Elloncar 71.2 mi
1h 29m
£18–26

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Distance: 84.9 mi
Duration: 3h

What companies run services between Forres, Scotland and Ellon, Aberdeenshire, Scotland?

Ember operates a bus from Forres to Aberdeen Pittodrie hourly. Tickets cost £10–15 and the journey takes 2h 32m.

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